disgust
verb (used with object)
to cause loathing or nausea in.
was disgusting
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past progressiveof disgust.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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“It was disgusting, and I looked around and I was like, ‘Wow.’
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
After taking a bite, we realized it was disgusting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 25, 2025
But even if she did it on purpose, Kirk’s reaction was disgusting.
From Salon ● Sep. 24, 2025
His website was disgusting, but it became a must-read of mine.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2025
He didn't think it was disgusting at all.
From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry
